Child-visa-subclass-802
The Child Visa (Subclass 802) allows an eligible parent to sponsor their child to live in Australia permanently. Parents can apply for this visa on behalf of a child under 18 years of age.
With this visa, the child can:
Live in Australia indefinitely
Enrol in Medicare (Australia’s public health care system)
Travel to and from Australia for five years from the date the visa is granted
After five years, the child will need to obtain a valid visa to re-enter Australia.
Child Visa 802 Criteria
The child’s sponsor is usually their parent, who must be an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or an eligible New Zealand citizen.
In some cases, the spouse or de facto partner of the child’s parent can also act as the sponsor, provided they meet the same eligibility requirements — being an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or an eligible New Zealand citizen.
The child must be:
- The biological child or adopted child of a parent (there are special requirements for adopted children); or
- A stepchild who has not turned 18 of a step-parent who is no longer the partner of the child’s parent but has a legal responsibility to care for the child.
The sponsor must be an Australian citizen, the holder of an Australian permanent resident visa, or an eligible New Zealand citizen.
The child must also meet specific health and character requirements to be eligible for this visa.
How Can Immigration Global Network Help You?
At Immigration Global Network, our experienced team of migration agents understands the importance of reuniting families in Australia. That’s why we put special care and attention into organizing, preparing, and lodging each visa application to ensure the best possible outcome.